Year: 2024

A program that got its start in Russell County is gaining traction statewide. This program aims to help eliminate barriers for those reentering society after incarceration, as well as many others. Alana Reynolds was a […]

Judge Executive’s office says income requirements for monthly commodities has changed

The Russell County Judge Executive’s Office said income requirements for the monthly commodity giveaway at the Russell County Fairgrounds has changed. Those who may have previously not been eligible could now be eligible for this […]

State Police conducting traffic safety checkpoints in Russell, surrounding counties

Kentucky State Police Post 15 will again be conducting traffic safety checkpoints in the Post 15 area. State Police say these checkpoints are part of Post 15’s highway safety efforts. Troopers will be checking for […]

Two local residents indicted by Casey County Grand Jury

Two local residents were indicted by a Casey County grand jury recently. Sarah L. Taylor, age 44 of Russell Springs, was indicted on charges of possession of an unspecified drug first degree, possession of marijuana, […]

Patrick Scott Tucker, age 50, Formerly of Russell County

March 1, 2024 Sean Hammond

Patrick Scott Tucker, 50, of Crestwood, Kentucky passed away on February 21, 2024. He was born on June 5, 1973, in Somerset, Kentucky to Ronnie and Sandra Tucker. He was brilliant and funny, an author […]

Harold G. Aaron, age 80, of Russell Springs

March 1, 2024 Sean Hammond

Harold G. Aaron, of Russell Springs, passed away Thursday, February 29, 2024, at Baptist Health Hospital, in Lexington. He was 80 years of age. Harold was born April 12, 1943, in Russell County, son of […]

Lady Lakers to take on Bowling Green Sunday afternoon in 4th Region tournament

The Russell County Lady Lakers will take on the Bowling Green Lady Purples on Sunday afternoon in the 4th Region Tournament. Tip-off between Russell County and Bowling Green is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Sunday at […]

Lady Lakers fall in district championship as Metcalfe hits putback to claim title

Last night’s 16th District Championship game went down-to-the-wire in front of a nearly full house at Laker Gym, but the Metcalfe County Lady Hornets came out on top, hitting a putback shot with just 3 […]

Lake Cumberland State Resort Park maintenance superintendent recognized by state park system

Lake Cumberland State Resort Park Maintenance Superintendent David Smith received a special award this week. Smith received the Albert Alderson Award this week. The award is presented annually to an outstanding maintenance employee within the […]

Former Somerset Police Captain sentenced to 5 years on theft, trafficking charges

A former Somerset Police Captain was sentenced to five years in prison this week on charges that include theft, drug trafficking, burglary, official misconduct, and other charges. 45-year-old Michael Correll was sentenced in Pulaski Circuit […]